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NK51 WTC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

164,012 mi
Last recorded164,012 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 WTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 164,012 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 156,075 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 146,901 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 146,901 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 44,512 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 120,008 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 108,572 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 108,572 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 93,420 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 84,149 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 75,820 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 69,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 65,176 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 54,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Aug 2005 44,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 44,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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NK51 WTC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK51 WTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NK51 WTC?

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What year was NK51 WTC registered?

NK51 WTC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 November 2001.

Is NK51 WTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 WTC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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